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Science Friday goes to the dogs
Listen to National Public Radio's Science Friday show dedicated to dogs, featuring Stanley Coren, author of "The Modern Dog"; North Carolina State University genomics professor Matthew Breen; and the developer of a doggy cell phone.
Osburn tapped for Banfield's board of directors
Portland -- Dr. Bennie Osburn, dean of UC-Davis School of Veterinary Medicine was named to Banfield, The Pet Hospital's board of directors.
"Bloodless" bullfight in L.A. has many seeing red
Organizers of the bullfight that took place in a Portuguese community in Los Angeles on Saturday say the animals were unharmed, but others believe the fight was illegal and cruel.
Texas VMA takes stand against breeder bill
Legislation targeting breeders is becoming quite common. But state veterinary medical associations usually don't get involved.
Dairy producers get new tool to reduce lameness
A new software program has been developed that will help dairy farmers troubleshoot and reduce lameness in their herds.
Fla. Mandatory sterilization bill cut from consideration
Tallahassee, Fla. -- A bill that started as a mandatory spay/neuter proposal and was altered into a sterilization fundraising program has been dropped altogether by Florida lawmakers.
Vermont to require antifreeze additive
Montpelier, Vt. -- Vermont lawmakers have approved a bill that aims to protect animals and children from ingesting antifreeze.
Vetoquinol USA opens new headquarters in Texas
Fort Worth, Texas -- Vetoquinol USA opened a new U.S. headquarters building in Fort Worth, relocating from Buena, N.J.
ARS creates new way to isolate bacteria causing plague
Wyndmoor, Pa. -- Agricultural Research Service (ARS) scientists have discovered a way to use antibody-coated immunomagnetic beads (IMBs) to detect the bacteria that causes plague.
State board exams: Now there's an app for that too
Raleigh, N.C. -- Getting ready for the veterinary state boards? Well, there is an app for that too.
Virginia Tech to offer advanced imaging to area vets
Blacksburg, Va. -- The Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine is offering a new outpatient advanced imaging service for surrounding small-animal veterinary practices starting in June.
Researchers target insect vaccines to halt spread of infectious diseases
Fort Collins, Colo. -- Colorado State University nailed a $100,000 grant to develop a vaccine system for sand flies to prevent the spread of infectious diseases like leishmaniasis.
Beef recalled due to possible E.coli contamination
Washington -- An investigation spurred by illness in Ohio and continued by the USDA has resulted in the recall of nearly 96,000 pounds of beef.
Cat food recall
Nutro Products has voluntarily recalled Natural Choice and MAX dry cat foods because the company discovered incorrect zinc and potassium levels.
Dog bite study unleashed
Chihuahuas are the breed most likely to bite the veterinarian.
Nutro recalls dry cat food
Nutro Products Inc. is voluntarily recalling some of its dry cats foods due to incorrect levels of zinc and potassium.
The importance of taking precautions
A study has found that veterinarians are at a higher risk for zoonotic infections from their patients than they may think.
Wash. law gives new freedoms to technicians
Olympia, Wash. -- "Registered veterinary medication clerks" will be able to administer controlled substances without the direct supervision of a licensed veterinarian, according to a new law passed in Washington.
Are Komodo dragons venomous?
A new study has found that the killing power of a Komodo dragon's bite may be due to a venom that lowers blood pressure and stops blood from clotting, but some biologists are skeptical.
Okla. reduces penalty for lay equine dentistry
A law passed last fall that made it a felony for a non-veterinarian to practice equine dentistry has essentially been overturned.
Dr. Anna Elizabeth Worth, AAHA past president, dies
Lakewood, Colo. -- Dr. Anna Elizabeth Worth, VMD, past president of AAHA, died May 16 after a long battle with cancer.
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Stem-cell lab opens at UC Davis
Davis, Calif. -- This week the University of California-Davis School of Veterinary Medicine opened its new stem-cell therapy laboratory.
NCSU veterinary college dean named interim provost
Raleigh, N.C. -- Dr. Warwick Arden, dean of North Carolina State University's veterinary college, was named interim provost of the university. A national search will soon be underway to find his permanent successor.
Save the animals...while on vacation
A Web site from the World Society for the Protection of Animals connects you with local programs so you can volunteer your time to help animals no matter where you vacation.
New study shows DVMs still at high risk for zoonotic infections
Iowa City, Iowa -- Veterinarians remain at a higher risk of zoonotic infections than farm workers or other occupational groups that work with animals, according to researchers at the University of Iowa.
Study shows that cats can recover neurologic function
After an experimental irradiated diet that caused neurologic problems in cats was stopped, the cats' central nervous systems repaired themselves through remyelination.
Face off
State of the Profession Series: DVM Newsmagazine survey explores generational differences.
Unwanted-horse relief campaign aids 1,400 horses so far
Roseland, N.J. -- A veterinary program launched four months ago to provide vaccines for unwanted horses through equine rescue and retirement facilities so far has helped more than 1,400 horses nationwide, organizers report.
A generational divide: Generation X, 29 years old, associate veterinarian
Colchester, Conn. -- Dr. Jonathan Walker enjoys building computers in his spare time, but would never dream of communicating with clients via e-mail.
